Cork English Market

What to Expect

The Cork English Market is one of Ireland’s oldest and most celebrated covered food markets, trading since 1788. Over 50 permanent traders sell fresh fish, artisan cheese, locally sourced meat, baked goods, olives, spices, and prepared food. The market operates Monday to Saturday, 8am to 6pm, and is closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays.

Good to Know

• Open Monday to Saturday, 8:00am to 6:00pm.
• Entrances from Grand Parade, Princes Street, Oliver Plunkett Street, and Patrick Street.
• Individual traders may keep slightly different hours within the overall opening window.
• Completely free to enter and browse.

Getting There

Located in Cork city centre, less than a 20-minute walk from Cork Kent railway station. Multiple bus routes serve the Grand Parade stops nearby.